2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Korando | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
